At TVEMS, we’re constantly exploring innovative approaches to advance pre-hospital care and improve outcomes for patients in critical need ?? . A great example of innovation in trauma resuscitation is the South Texas Blood & Tissue Hero in Arms whole blood program, discussed in this insightful conversation with William Bullock and Dr. Daniela Hermelin. ?? This groundbreaking initiative recruits O-positive donors to supply universal blood products for pre-hospital transfusions, saving an estimated 1,000 lives since its inception. ??? ? ?? ?? Bullock’s discussion underscores the power of collaboration between EMS, blood centers, and healthcare providers to drive progress in trauma care and expand life-saving solutions to more regions. Watch the video to learn more about this impactful program and how it’s shaping the future of emergency medical response.
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?????????Hero in Arms. Are you interested in Low Titer O Whole Blood (LTOWB) within trauma resuscitation? Listen now to this great conversation with my friend and colleague, William Bullock who discusses the South Texas Blood & Tissue Hero in Arms whole blood program. This incredible initiative recruits O-positive donors to provide universal blood products for pre-hospital transfusions. The program has saved an estimated 1,000 lives since its inception. Listen now --> https://lnkd.in/dvDEVTZD Key features include a no-wastage system, extended 35-day shelf life for Group O-Low Titer whole blood, and a dedicated donor base of over 6,800 heroes. Bullock highlights the program's success in San Antonio and its expansion to other regions, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between EMS, blood centers, and healthcare providers in advancing pre-hospital care. Read more about our discussion here--> https://lnkd.in/d-mukUK3.